Menstrual Hygiene Products Accessibility Grant Program
This grant helps Colorado schools provide free menstrual hygiene products and related infrastructure to support student health and remove barriers to education.
Funder: Colorado Department of Education
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (Full application submission deadline in GAINS)
Funding Amounts: ~$90,000 total available; typical awards: $1,000 (≤6,500 students) or $3,500 (>6,500 students); 1-year term, subject to appropriations.
Summary: Supports Colorado schools in providing free menstrual hygiene products and related infrastructure to eliminate barriers to education.
Key Information: Only eligible LEPs, charter schools, facility schools, and CSDB may apply; applications must be submitted via GAINS.
Description
The Menstrual Hygiene Products Accessibility Grant Program provides funding to eligible Colorado education providers to ensure students have free access to essential menstrual hygiene products in schools. The program aims to remove barriers to education caused by lack of access, supporting student health, dignity, and well-being. Funds may be used to acquire and distribute menstrual hygiene products (pads, tampons, pantiliners), install and maintain dispensing machines and disposal receptacles, and ensure accessibility for all students, regardless of gender identity.
